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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tallam, Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Rama Tallam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Tallam completed her residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tallam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tallam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tallam’s office at (314) 996-5000.
Where did Dr. Tallam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Kurnool Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Kurnool- Ap- India
Is Dr. Tallam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rama Tallam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tallam speak?
Dr. Tallam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tallam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tallam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tallam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tallam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rama Tallam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tallam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tallam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tallam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 996-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tallam accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Tallam in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Tallam's office located?
What is Dr. Tallam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tallam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174569537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tallam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tallam
What is Dr. Rama Tallam's specialty?
Dr. Tallam is a Internist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Rama Tallam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tallam is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Rama Tallam accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Rama Tallam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rama Tallam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tallam's office at (314) 996-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rama Tallam?
Please contact Dr. Tallam's office at (314) 996-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rama Tallam have?
Dr. Rama Tallam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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